How do I set up cellular on my new iPhone?

Make sure you're signed in with your Apple ID on both devices, or make sure your previous iPhone is unlocked, nearby with Bluetooth turned on, and running iOS 16 or later. On your new iPhone, go to Settings > Cellular, tap Set Up Cellular or Add eSIM, then tap Transfer From Nearby iPhone or choose a phone number.

Why is my new iPhone not connecting to cellular?

Turn your cellular line off and back on

If your cellular line is off, turn it back on. Then check to see if you have service. If you don't see your cellular line in Settings > Cellular, you should set up an eSIM or insert a physical SIM card. If you're using a physical SIM card, remove the SIM card and put it back in.

How do I connect my iPhone to my cellular data network?

Go to Settings > Cellular. Verify that Cellular Data is turned on. If you're using Dual SIM, tap Cellular Data, then verify the selected line.

How do I activate my new iPhone 14?

Do I need to transfer my SIM card to my new iPhone 13?

Since your SIM card is essential to get network connectivity on your device, you must transfer it to your new iPhone. The process is pretty simple and you can even get your contacts with it.

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What happens if I put my old SIM card in my new iPhone?

Nothing special will happen. After putting in the SIM card, you can use mobile data or transfer the contacts on it to your new iPhone.

When setting up a new iPhone When do I insert the SIM card?

When you first take your iPhone out of the box you will need to insert your SIM card using the SIM eject tool which can be found in box. 1. Insert the end of the SIM eject tool into the hole in the SIM tray.

Can I activate my new iPhone by myself?

You can turn on and set up your new iPhone with an internet connection. You can also set up iPhone by connecting it to your computer. If you have another iPhone, an iPad, or an Android device, you can transfer your data to your new iPhone.

Do I need to switch SIM cards when I get a new iPhone 14?

When you switch to the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro or Pro Max you'll need to set up an eSIM. Gone are the days when you just needed to switch your SIM card to the upgraded model.

Do I need to put my SIM card in my new iPhone 14?

If you purchased an iPhone 14 model in the United States, your iPhone doesn't have a SIM tray. Learn how to set up an eSIM instead.

How do I connect to my cellular network?

Why can't I connect to cellular data?

There are many reasons your Android phone's cellular data doesn't work. Your phone may be experiencing a software issue, your carrier has an internet connection problem, or your network settings aren't proper. Regardless, you have various ways to fix the issue and get back online.

Why does my new iPhone say no service after transferring data?

You may have only transferred the data from your old iPhone to your new iPhone. You probably did not transfer the cellular service. If you can make and receive calls from your old iPhone then the active SIM card is still in your old iPhone.

Why is my cellular not working?

Why is my phone not connecting to cellular data? Your phone may not be connecting to cellular data because the carrier settings need to be updated, the phone is connected to a Wi-Fi network, or your SIM card is dislodged.

How do I transfer from iPhone 13 to iPhone 14?

The easiest and quickest method to set up your new iPhone is to restore from a recent iCloud backup. As you walk through the initial setup process, tap Restore from iCloud Backup, sign in with your Apple ID and then pick the most recent backup of your old iPhone.

Should my new iPhone have a SIM card?

Most of today's iPhone models use Nano SIM cards (these have been in use since iPhone 5). But the newer models, starting with iPhone 11, also allow for eSIM cards. Then, in 2022, Apple released iPhone 14, which is an eSIM-only phone. That means no SIM card slot at all.

Do I need to turn off old iPhone to activate new iPhone?

If activating a new phone, ensure the old phone is powered off and allow several minutes for the deactivation of the old phone to complete.

What do I need to do before activating my new iPhone?

Make sure your old iPhone is fully charged and that Bluetooth is turned on, then just bring your new iPhone close to your old one, and confirm that you want to use the same Apple ID on the new device. An animation should appear on your new device; hover your old one over it until that image appears in your viewfinder.

Should I put SIM card in new phone before transferring?

Regardless of the device you're switching from, don't switch your SIM card until the entire transfer is complete. Before you get started, you'll also want to make sure both your old device and your new device have at least 20% battery life.

Can I just buy a new iPhone and put my SIM card in it?

Many people wonder if you can really just switch SIM cards on an iPhone. Yes, you absolutely can.

How do I enable cellular data?

Why won't my phone connect to carrier?

Contact your carrier to: Verify that your account is active and in good standing. Make sure there are no outages in your area. Check that your device isn't blocked from receiving cellular services and is set up with the right data plan.

How do I fix no service cellular data?

Why does my iPhone 13 not have cellular?

Go to Settings > Mobile Data and check if your mobile line is turned on. If your mobile line is turned off, turn it back on. Then check if you have service. If you can't see your mobile line in Settings > Mobile Data, you should set up an eSIM or insert a physical SIM card.